Small groups and Bible Studies are an integral part of Clemson Wesley’s ministry. The number of students involved in these groups has grown tremendously over the past five years. Students from all walks of life have found a place where they are accepted as they as are, and yet are challenged to grow in their discipleship. It is no coincidence that as our overall ministry increases so does the small group ministry. Many believers come away from their small groups not only with a deeper understanding of faith but most have made close friends to make the journey with them. All of Wesley's small groups are open to new members. If you are interested in joining one or would like more information, please let us know. We’d love for you to share with us as we seek to follow and become more like Christ. Men's Groups: Freshmen Guys Group Led by Andrew Phifer, Will Altman and Jad Taylor Time and Location: Wednesdays @ 8 pm in the Wesley Building With a renewed sense of freedom and the lack (for some) of parental interruptions, the first year of college can be both rewarding and extremely challenging. This group seeks to ask the question, "Where does God fit in with my new life and what crazy plan could He have for a guy like me?" For more info or to sign up, email Andrew (amphife@clemson.edu) or Will (waltman@clemson.edu). Men's Breakfast Group Led by Lane Glaze Time and Location: Thursdays from 8 - 9:30am at Pot Belly Deli Come enjoy some coffee, breakfast and conversation at this favorite restaurant for Clemson locals. Feel free to bring your questions or we'll simply let the Spirit direct our conversation. For more info, email Lane (glaze@clemson.edu). Women's Groups: Freshmen Girls Study Led by Rachel Warren and Mackenzie Ervin Time and Location: Wednesdays @ 7:30pm at Calhoun Courts N3C Our first meeting will be on 9/16 at Spill the Beans and then we will move to Calhoun Courts thereafter. We will be studying the Gospel of Matthew leaning on Scripture and commentaries from other authors. For more info, email Rachel (rawarre@clemson.edu) or Mackenzie (mackene@clemson.edu). Women's Bible Study Led by Erin Epley Time and Location: Tuesdays @ 8pm at 102 University Terrace This group has been meeting for quite a few semesters. This semester we will be reading the shorter letters of the New Testament. This group plans to focus on holding one another accountable, preparing for small group and other things that members desire. If you are an upperclassman girl interested in joining please email Erin at eepley@clemson.edu.
Women's Community Group Led by Laura-Allen Kerlin Time and Location: Wednesdays @ 7:15pm at Laura-Allen's apartment (The Summitt) This group's emphasis is on community. The women meet weekly where we will share a meal in addition to our struggles and triumphs. The women in this group will seek to develop honest relationships with each other, pray for one another, and holding eachother accountable. For more information email Laura-Allen at lkerlin@clemson.edu. Understanding Men...Is it Possible? Led by Lane Glaze Time and Location: TBD We'll gather once a week for a casual yet honest conversation about men as we use a variety of popular resources on the subject (books like Wild at Heart, Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus, Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man and movies like How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days). If you're interested, email Lane (glaze@clemson.edu) about which days and times work well for you. Co-ed Groups: The following groups are offered by CW or Clemson UMC and are open to both genders and all ages unless otherwise noted: College-Aged Sunday School Class Led by Jennifer Weed and Kirbie Robertson Time and Location: Sunday mornings @10 am at Clemson UMC This Sunday School class meets weekly and is open to all. For more nformation or a ride, contact Jennifer at jweed@clemson.edu or Kirbie at kirbie.robertson@gmail.com. Companions in Christ: The Way of Discernment Led by Katherine Owen Time and Location: Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:30pm @ Clemson UMC This study focuses on the ancient spiritual discipline of discernment for the individual, congregations or larger bodies of the church. The group and individual are lead down a prayerful path toward a richer, wiser life. For more details or to sign up, contact Katherine at kopotter@mindpspring.com. Dinner and a Book Group Led by Jad Taylor and Ross Economy Time and Location: Tuesdays @ 7 pm at 136 Abel Road (Jad's house) This co-ed group will enjoy dinner each Tuesday before their time of study. The group will begin the semester studying the Book of Acts and will then transition into a study of Francis Chan's book, Crazy Love. For more info and directions to The Refuge, email Jad at jadtaylor@gmail.com or Ross at reco05@gmail.com. Grad Student/Young Professional Group Led by Lane Glaze and Heather Cox Time and Location: Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8pm @ Clemson UMC (begins 9/23/08) This group began last fall and will reconvene after a break this summer. We gather twice a month for study and conversation and once a month for dinner. For more information, email Lane (glaze@clemson.edu) or Heather (heather.cox84@gmail.com). Let Your Life Speak Book Good Led by Andrew Wolfe Time and Location: Mondays or Thursdays @ 8pm at Wesley Building (begins week of 9/21) This group will study Parker Palmer's popular book, Let Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation. If you are wrestling with where God might be calling you to use your gifts and talents to serve the world, then this study is the one for you. For more information, email Andrew at awolfe@clemson.edu. Monday Night Discussion Group Led by Louis Henry Time and Location: Mondays, 7:30 pm @ Clemson UMC For almost three decades Louis Henry has been leading "students" of all ages in evening discussion groups. Over the years, hundreds of students have found in Louis a "pastor" and life-long friend. The Monday Night group is comprised of folks of all ages, including always several current students or recent graduates. If you are interested in a group that will challenge you to love God with not only your whole heart but also your whole mind, then Louis' group is the one for you. For more information or a ride, call Mikey Cook 803-448-6245 or Jeff Melton at 864-593-4713. Thursday Night Group Led by Justin Galloway and Brian Jones Location: Thursdays @ 8 pm in the Wesley Building This group will be working through the Gospel of John each week and will cap off a great night with "The Office" at 9 pm. This co-ed group will also try to meet early some weeks to share a meal and fellowship together. For more information or to sign up, email Justin (jngallo@clemson.edu) or Brian (bejones@clemson.edu). Ubuntu Lunch Group Led by Lane Glaze and Janice Lanham Time and Location: Wednesdays in Harcombe from 11:45 - 1pm Lane and Janice Lanham, Professor of Nursing and Advisor to the CU Gospel Choir, invite you to join them for a lunch conversation every Wednesday in Harcombe. We call it the Ubuntu Lunch Group, based on the word that serves as one of the founding principles for the new South Africa. Ubuntu can mean many different things, but the interconnectedness of humanity underlies each understanding. Some understand ubuntu as "I am in you and you are in me" or "As you go so I go." If you are interested in learning more about persons from a different cultural background and enjoying discussing current events, we hope you will join us. For more info, email Lane at glaze@clemson.edu or Janice at janicel@clemson.edu.